For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,896 students in 79029, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79029, TX are Dumas High School, North Plains Opportunity Center and Hillcrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79029 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79029, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79029, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dumas High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 S Klein Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,149 students
Rank: #22.
North Plains Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1015 N Maddox Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: #33.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
514 Pear Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Grades: PK-4
| 297 students
Rank: #44.
Dumas J High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 E 5th Sreet
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4155
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4155
Grades: 7-8
| 657 students
Rank: #55.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
623 Powell Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Grades: PK-4
| 463 students
Rank: #66.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 W 14th St
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-2127
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-2127
Grades: PK-4
| 302 students
Rank: #77.
Dumas Int
(Math: 42% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Texas Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-6474
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-6474
Grades: 5-6
| 619 students
Rank: #88.
Green Acres Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Oak Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Grades: PK-4
| 376 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79029, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79029, TX include Dumas High School, North Plains Opportunity Center and Hillcrest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79029, TX?
8 public schools are located in 79029, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79029, TX?
79029, TX public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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